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In loving memory of
Linda Elaine Hartzler
April 27, 1950 - December 31, 2016
NEWHALL - Linda Elaine Hartzler was born April 27, 1950 in Washington, Iowa the daughter of Donald W. and Ruth (Sutter) Yoder. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Savior and was baptized. She graduated from Iowa Mennonite School in 1968. On August 2, 1969 Linda was united in marriage to Don Hartzler at the West Union Mennonite Church in rural Parnell. They made their home in the Kalona community until 2013 when they moved to Newhall. Linda loved raising her children, she had a catering business, ran the lunch room at the Kalona Sales Barn for 7 years, and worked as a secretary at the University of Iowa College of Nursing. Linda's greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren, watching them participate in whatever activity was in season. She was a member of the West Union Mennonite Church and served on the Benton County Relay for Life committee. Linda passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Unity Point Hospice Care Unit in Cedar Rapids at the age of 66 years.
Linda is survived by her husband Don of Newhall; 6 children Christopher (Molly) Hartzler of Ainsworth, Jocelyn (Nathan) Sadler of Atkins, Jonathan (Maggie) Hartzler of Atkins, Elizabeth (Matt) Holub of Johnston, Daniel (Emily) Hartzler of Iowa City, Alison (Jon) Galbraith of Garrison; 17 grandchildren and anticipating one more in May; Kate, Jacob, Noah and Hannah Hartzler, Brady, Owen, Mabry and Ian Sadler, Finley and Miles Hartzler, Claire, Hayden and Reagan Holub, Josie, Charlie and Hadley Hartzler and Carsen Galbraith; 2 sisters Lorene (Ron) Bender of Wellman, Lisa (Kevin) Lammer of Kalona; and a brother Gary Yoder of Kalona. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother James Yoder.
Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Stonebridge Church, 1829 Stoney Point Road SW in Cedar Rapids. A Graveside Service will be held at 9:00 AM Thursday, January 5, 2017 in the West Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1-8 PM on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at the Yoder-Powell Funeral Home in Kalona where the family will greet friends from 1-4 and 5-8 PM. A memorial fund has been established for the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Yoder-Powell Funeral Home is caring for Linda and her family.
Tributes
"Linda was so sweet. I always enjoyed my conversations with her. This has been a long road for Linda and her family. God Bless. "
"Connie and I are deeply saddened by the news of Linda passing. I pray that God will grant you and your family strength through this difficult time. "
"Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"Don and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. "
"Don, Please accept our deepest sympathies with the passing of Linda. Even though we did not have the pleasure of meeting her we do know from our conversations with you that she was a very strong, brave and loving soul."
"Don, Lorene/Ron, Lisa/Kevin and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. When we would see her, we'd chat about the Flint Ridge softball days- such good times! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill, Lou Ann, Cara and Mike Montgomery"
"Don and family,we are so sorry to hear about Linda,you are in our thoughts and prayers."
"I am proud to say Linda was my sister. She was an awesome role model. I loved her so much and will miss her."
"Don, children, and grandchildren: I was so sadden to hear the loss of your wife, mother, and grandmother. Linda was always kind to me and I admired her strength and courage as she fought the fight to live. I also thought she was such a great mother and grandmother to her family. May God be ever comforting during this time and may you each cling tight to the wonderful memories that you have of her. She was definitely a child of God and is rejoicing in heaven with her mom and dad, brother, and parents-in-law. "
"I'm very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Blessings to all of you."
"Thinking of you all and sending our deepest sympathy. Linda was such a wonderful mother and grandmother. "
"I am so sorry for your loss. Linda lived such a rich and full life. "
"My deepest Sympathy So sorry to hear of your lose. Roger Burkholder"
"Don and children, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. They say a life well lived is never lost. May you find comfort in good memories, family, and friends, and peace in time. "
"To the family, my deepest sympathy to the family of Linda. I'm so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was incredibly kind to me during my PhD program at the College of Nursing. She always knew the answer to almost everything. Linda fought hard to stay here and I'm sure her death leaves a big hole in the lives of those who love and care about her. Peace, Kim Bergen-Jackson "
"Don & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I extend my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time for guidance, strength and continued faith."
"My deepest sympathies to Don, and all the children and grandchildren who were the light of Linda's life, and the reason she endured so many health challenges over the years, with her customary dignity and grace. I, too, was blessed to have Linda in my life and to work with and be befriended by one of the most competent and caring people I have ever known at the University of Iowa. Linda always went the extra mile without complaint. She made those around her look good without taking the credit she richly deserved for doing so. Humble, devoted to family, hard-working, patient and kind cannot begin to characterize the enduring qualities of this remarkable woman. "
"Dear Don and family, We are so very sorry for your sadness and loss. Thinking of you and praying for you. Richard and Kathy"
"Don, kids & family, Im so sorry for your loss my love thoughts & prayers are with you all..Linda was very Special to me and through the years I hold many fond memories close to my Heart and many are Mid-Prairie & Sports related..she faced her battle with dignity,strength,her incredible smile & Faith. She was an inspiration to many...May God Bless you all & the memories you shared"
"Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We're so glad we had the opportunity to meet Linda and get to know her over the last several years. Her love for her family was genuinely apparent every time we saw her and that love was always extended to the whole team (baseball, basketball, etc). A lovely lady and cheerleader that will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Hopefully time and your cherished memories will help heal the heartache and bring peace to you all. With love and prayers, Jason, Amy, Ian & Sydney Rupp"
"Don, So sorry to hear of Linda's passing. It has been some time since we saw you two last....I believe it was at Jefferson High School maybe a year ago when our grandkids were playing basketball. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that we are lifting up you and your family in our prayers for comfort, peace and assurance of Linda's presence with the Lord. Grace and peace to you and the family. Bob & Becky Swartzendruber"